September 5, 2023 | Criminal Defense
If you live or work in the Lexington area, you may question how safe your community actually is. According to the FBI’s 2019 statistics, Lexington experienced 967 incidents of violent crime, including 26 homicides that year. There were also 175 reported rapes and 404 incidents of aggravated assault. These numbers are in addition to the… read more
September 4, 2023 | Kentucky Law
Harassment covers a wide range of actions intended to threaten, intimidate, or annoy another person. The charges a person faces for harassment depend on the facts of the case and the types of behavior involved. Because you could be charged with harassment even if you do not intend to harass someone, it is essential to… read more
September 1, 2023 | News
Suhre & Associates DUI and Criminal Defense Lawyers is proud to announce that we’ve received the 2023 Best of Lexington Award for Criminal Defense Law from the Lexington Herald-Reader. We believe that this award is a reflection of our passion for upholding the validity of the criminal justice system and ensuring that everyone accused of… read more
August 9, 2023 | DUI
The last thing most people want to see while driving in Lexington is a DUI checkpoint. Even if you are sober, dealing with a safety checkpoint can be a headache. However, understanding your rights at a DUI checkpoint in Lexington, Kentucky, can help you avoid unnecessary delays and legal problems. What Are the Legal Requirements… read more
August 9, 2023 | Kentucky Law
Whether you forgot your driver’s license when you left home or are driving without a valid driver’s license, you could be charged if a police officer pulls you over. However, there are several defenses to the charges. Don’t accept the charges as valid until you speak with a Lexington criminal defense attorney. What Is the… read more
August 9, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Bradley Clark of Suhre & Associates DUI and Criminal Defense Lawyers, recently secured an adjusted sentence that kept a client from being deported back to Rwanda after being involved in a DUI case. Axel Ndagijimana, 24, was charged with second-degree manslaughter in June 2021 after he was involved in a deadly crash. Ndagijimana was driving… read more
August 1, 2023 | Sex Crimes
Being convicted of a sex crime in Lexington, KY, could result in fines and imprisonment. You could also be required to register as a sex offender. According to Kentucky law, a sex offender is defined as a person who pleads guilty, is convicted, or enters an Alford plea to a sex crime defined in Kentucky… read more
July 21, 2023 | Criminal Law
The judicial process can be confusing if you or a loved one is accused of a crime in Lexington, Kentucky. Status hearings play an essential part in this process and have great significance when advancing criminal cases. Before exploring them in detail, keep in mind that the terms “status hearing” and “pretrial conference” may be… read more
June 6, 2023 | DUI
If you have been in an accident, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities under Kentucky law, especially if there is a potential that you can be charged with a DUI. How long after an accident you can be arrested for driving under the influence depends on the statute of limitations. In the… read more
June 5, 2023 | DUI Defense
If you’re being charged with a DUI in Lexington, KY, it’s a good idea to hire a criminal defense attorney. A lawyer will defend you and mitigate jail time and fines if you are convicted. However, you may be understandably concerned about the cost of a lawyer. There are a few things to keep in… read more